Christina Rizakos

Grow Your Daycare Podcast -Childcare Marketing Solutions-Daycare Advertising

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Simple and cost-effective online marketing help for childcare business owners and home daycare providers. My name is Christina Rizakos, a childcare marketing expert, ex childcare business owner, Christian mom of 4 and online marketing nerd. I want to help you feel more confident with your childcare's marketing. The online space is where your ideal families are hanging around and guess what? If you don't leverage your online platforms then you will struggle to put your program on the map! This podcast will focus on increasing traffic to your website, paid traffic, social media, tours and so muc...

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Christina Rizakos

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Latest episode

Jul 6, 2026

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Is It Really a Marketing Problem... or Just a Visibility Block? (How to Finally Attract More Daycare Enrollments) 10.09.2025

📝 Are you struggling to get new enrollments even after posting on Facebook, handing out flyers, or running ads? It might not be your marketing skills—it could be a visibility block holding you back. In this episode, Christina shares a powerful mindset shift that can completely change how you approach your daycare marketing. You'll learn: ✅ The difference between a marketing problem and a visibil...

Feeling Invisible Online? Here’s How to Fix That and Get Seen by Local Parents 08.09.2025

  Are you posting consistently but still hearing crickets? You’re not alone—and you’re not doing it wrong. In this episode, Christina breaks down why your childcare center’s content might be invisible to local parents—and exactly how to fix that. You’ll discover how to create intentional visibility that brings in real results, not just likes. It’s not about going viral. It’s about showing up...

How to Tell If Your Facebook Page Is Working (Hint: It’s Not About Likes) 03.09.2025

Still chasing likes on your daycare’s Facebook page? It’s time to shift your strategy. In this episode, Christina reveals what really matters when it comes to social media marketing—and it’s not vanity metrics. Learn how to audit your page, attract the right local audience, and turn casual scrollers into tour-booking parents. You’ll discover how to: Measure what actually matters on your Facebook p...

You’re Not Bad at Social Media—It Wasn’t Made for You 01.09.2025

Feeling like a social media failure? You're not alone—and you're not the problem. In this episode, Christina drops a powerful truth: social media wasn’t built for busy daycare owners like you. Learn why traditional marketing advice doesn’t work in childcare and how to reframe your strategy into something that’s simple, sustainable, and actually gets results. Discover how to: Simplify your social m...

Why Posting More on Social Media Won’t Boost Your Daycare Enrollment (And What Actually Will) 27.08.2025

What if more posts aren’t the answer? You’re showing up. You’re posting cute pictures, quotes, even videos… but the phone isn’t ringing. No new tours. No new enrollments. And you’re starting to wonder— what am I missing? In this episode, Christina, former center owner turned childcare marketing strategist, breaks down the real reason your social media isn’t converting—and it’s not because you’re n...

3 Things Your Website MUST Have to Convert Visitors Into Tours 25.08.2025

🎯 For Providers Who: Have a website but aren’t seeing results Get traffic but no tour requests Want to turn online interest into actual enrollment 🎧 Episode Overview: You don’t need a fancy website—you need a functional one. In today’s Grow Your Daycare Podcast , we’re breaking down the 3 critical things your childcare website must have to turn clicks into contacts. If your site looks good but i...

Is It Time to Raise Your Tuition? Here’s How to Know 18.08.2025

🎯 For Childcare Owners Who: Feel stuck between rising costs and flat income Are nervous about raising rates but know it’s necessary Want to communicate price increases with confidence and care 🎧 Episode Overview: Raising tuition can feel uncomfortable—but not raising it can be unsustainable. In this episode of the Grow Your Daycare Podcast , we’re breaking down how to know when it’s time to rais...

The Real Reason Parents Ghost After a Tour 11.08.2025

You gave a warm, detailed tour. The parents nodded, smiled, and said, “We’ll be in touch.” And then… crickets. In this episode of the Grow Your Daycare Podcast , we uncover the real reason families ghost after a tour—and how a simple follow-up system can turn those maybes into enrollments. ❌ What You’ll Learn: Why most ghosting isn’t personal—it’s procedural How to lead families to the next step...

Why August Is the Most Important Month for Your Marketing 04.08.2025

Think August is the "slow season" for childcare marketing? Think again. In this episode of the Grow Your Daycare Podcast , we're unpacking why August is actually decision month for families—and what it's costing you to treat it like downtime. You’ll learn: ✅ Why most providers miss the August window ✅ What families are really doing this month ✅ A simple strategy to fill fall spots before school...

The Myth of the Magical Post That Gets You Fully Enrolled 30.07.2025

That viral reel with 12,000 views? Fun—but it won’t fill your spots. In today’s Grow Your Daycare Podcast , we’re busting the myth of the “magical post” that gets you fully enrolled overnight. Instead, you’ll learn how to create content that builds trust, connects with families, and actually leads to booked tours. 🚨 What You’ll Learn: Why chasing likes and views is NOT a real marketing strategy T...

Here’s What Enrollment Looks Like Without a Visibility Plan 28.07.2025

If you’re constantly checking your messages, hoping a tour request magically appears—this episode is your wake-up call. In today’s Grow Your Daycare Podcast , we’re talking about what your enrollment really looks like without a visibility plan—and how a few strategic shifts can bring in consistent leads and long-term stability. 🚫 What’s NOT Working: “Busy Betty” syndrome: passionate provider, but...

You’re One Marketing System Away from Being Fully Booked 25.07.2025

If your enrollment feels like a rollercoaster—some months full, some dragging—it’s not your fault. It’s your system (or lack of one). In this episode of the Grow Your Daycare Podcast , we’re cutting through the overwhelm and breaking down the one marketing system that can consistently fill your program without burning you out. 🔍 What You’ll Learn: Why inconsistent marketing = inconsistent enrollm...

What High-Performing Centers Are Doing Differently Online 23.07.2025

🎧 Episode Overview: Ever wonder how some centers seem everywhere online—always posting, always booked, always buzzing with inquiries? In this episode of the Grow Your Daycare Podcast , we’re lifting the curtain on what those high-performing childcare businesses are actually doing differently online. And spoiler: it’s not more—it’s smarter. 📌 What You’ll Learn: The top 5 things high-performing ce...

Why Word of Mouth Is No Longer a Marketing Strategy 21.07.2025

Once upon a time, word of mouth was the secret weapon for full enrollment. But in 2025? It’s not enough. In this no-fluff episode of the Grow Your Daycare Podcast , we’re unpacking why referrals have stopped working the way they used to—and what you need instead to keep your pipeline full. 🔍 What You’ll Learn: Why referral-only marketing is risky in today’s childcare landscape How family behavior...

The Real Reason Facebook Ads Fail for Childcare Providers 16.07.2025

Tired of throwing money at Facebook ads and seeing zero results? In this episode of the Grow Your Daycare Podcast , we're breaking down the real reason most childcare providers think Facebook ads don't work—and how to fix it. If you’ve ever boosted a post, crossed your fingers, and watched nothing happen, this one’s for you. 💥 What You’ll Learn: Why “Boost Post” is NOT a real marketing strategy T...

Still Have Open Spots? Your Problem Isn’t Capacity—It’s Positioning 14.07.2025

Are you a childcare owner with empty spots—even though your space is beautiful, your staff is trained, and your program is solid? You're not alone, and more importantly, you're not broken. In this short but powerful episode, we unpack the REAL reason families aren't enrolling: your positioning. Positioning isn’t a buzzword—it’s the missing link between your dream program and dream families. Learn...

Why Visibility Beats Quality (If No One Knows You Exist) 11.07.2025

You know your program is better. But if families don’t see it, they’ll never choose it. In this eye-opening episode of the Grow Your Daycare Podcast , we tackle a tough but necessary truth: you’re not just competing on quality—you’re competing on visibility. 🎯 Parents today aren’t comparison shopping with clipboards—they’re scrolling on Instagram, checking reviews, and watching reels. 📉 If your...

Are You Running a Program or a Business? How to Shift from Surviving to Scaling 09.07.2025

You started with passion, but passion alone won’t pay your staff, fill your enrollment, or fund your vision. In this real-talk episode of the Grow Your Daycare Podcast , we dive into a critical question: Are you running a beautiful program… or a profitable business? If your answer made you pause, this episode is for you. We unpack the hidden costs of staying in “caretaker” mode and what it really...

The Hidden Cost of Daycare Marketing Invisibility: Why Parents Can’t Find You 07.07.2025

You're doing the work—posting on social media, sharing flyers, relying on word of mouth—but you're still not full. Why? Because visibility is everything in today's childcare market. In this power-packed 6-minute episode, Christina Rizakos breaks down: 💸 How much empty spots are really costing you monthly 🕵️‍♀️ Why great care isn’t enough if no one knows you exist 🔎 The silent ways you're being o...

Attracting Families with Seasonal Promotions 02.07.2025

Looking for fresh ways to boost enrollment and visibility without overcomplicating your strategy? In this episode, we break down how to use seasonal promotions and events to naturally attract new families to your childcare center. You’ll learn why this approach works, get real ideas you can use throughout the year, and walk away with a simple checklist to launch your own promo—fast. Whether it’s b...

Email Marketing for Daycares – What to Send and When 30.06.2025

In this episode, we're diving into the power of email marketing for daycares. Discover why email still outperforms social media, what types of emails parents actually want to receive, and when to send them for maximum impact. Learn practical tips like how to structure an email, segment your audience, and build long-term trust with families. Whether you're new to email marketing or looking to sharp...

Boost Your Daycare with Google My Business 25.06.2025

In this episode, we explore how Google My Business (GMB) can be a game-changer for your daycare’s visibility. Learn how to set up your free GMB listing, why it’s so powerful for local searches, and what kinds of photos, reviews, and updates help build trust with parents. Plus, hear how one parent discovered a daycare through GMB! Want more marketing help on a tight budget? Join our Skool group for...

What Parents Really Look for in a Daycare – Marketing Insights 23.06.2025

Want to know the secret to connecting with more families? In this episode, we dive into what truly matters to parents when choosing a daycare—and how you can reflect those values in your marketing. What you’ll learn: The 3 most important things parents prioritize when searching for childcare How to express safety, trust, and communication in your website and posts Simple marketing tweaks to better...

Creating a Simple Daycare Website That Gets Enrollments 20.06.2025

Your website is often a parent’s first impression of your childcare business. In this episode, we break down the essential elements of a high-converting daycare website—even if you’re not tech-savvy. What you’ll learn: The 4 must-have pages every daycare website needs How to make your site mobile-friendly and welcoming Tips for adding calls-to-action that boost inquiries Why real photos and simple...

5 Instagram Content Ideas for Childcare Providers 18.06.2025

In today’s bite-sized episode, I’m sharing 5 simple Instagram content ideas you can use to connect with parents and showcase your daycare. These ideas are easy to implement and perfect for building trust with your audience. What you’ll learn : How to capture your daily routines to build familiarity The value of showing off staff and learning activities Ways to repurpose testimonials into posts How...

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